tourism
Nevada Taxable Sales Sees Modest But Solid Gain In April
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 06/29/2012 - 5:33pmCARSON CITY — Nevada’s taxable sales climbed by 5.1 percent in April over April 2011, continuing a 22 consecutive month trend of positive numbers for the important economic indicator, the state Department of Taxation reported this week.
The $3.5 billion in taxable purchases in April were buoyed by double-digit gains in several major categories, including construction; up 16.1 percent, merchant wholesalers-durable goods, up 10.2 percent; and motor vehicle and parts dealers, up 10.5 percent.
Lawmaker: Delay in tourism contract exceeds legislative authority
Submitted by admin on Tue, 06/26/2012 - 12:50pmLeaders recognize importance of tourism on global economy
Submitted by admin on Thu, 06/21/2012 - 9:15amThunderbird Lodge at Lake Tahoe among several Nevada Tourism grant winners
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 06/20/2012 - 6:45pm
Needed improvements at the Thunderbird Lodge got a lift on Wednesday when the Nevada Commission on Tourism announced the Lake Tahoe site was among several to win an improvement project grant.
Grants were awarded to 19 different projects. The announcement was made by Nevada Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki.
NCOT's Projects Relating to Tourism Grants program help fund infrastructure improvements that will attract visitors, and after a temporary suspension due to a decline in tourism revenues, the grants were reinstated this year.
Lake Tahoe launches public participation campaign for new vision
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 06/15/2012 - 3:34pm
The North and South Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce leaders at Lake Tahoe have joined together to launch a Region-wide public participation campaign to harness the groundswell of support for a new vision to restore and revitalize the Basin. Called TahoeFuture.org, the campaign will focus, over the next 8 months, on two critical land-use and transportation plans that create a blueprint for a revitalized Lake Tahoe.
Lake Tahoe leaders tour California communities
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 06/12/2012 - 6:16am
A seventeen-member team of Lake Tahoe area leaders from across the business spectrum were on the road earlier this month to learn from other California communities about how to implement innovative solutions to overcome economic and environmental decline in their communities. Trekkers represent a diverse group of Lake Tahoe Basin leaders across various sectors including tourism, health, recreation, public and private.
Study: Nevada 10th Most Dangerous State For Driving
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 06/08/2012 - 3:48pmCARSON CITY — It probably comes as no surprise to many Nevada motorists that the state is ranked in the Top 10 as one of the most dangerous in which to drive.
Nevada rounded out the top 10 states for dangerous driving with 1.56 fatalities for every 100 million miles driven, according to the report by carinsurancecomparison.com.
Message from the Mayor: On The Road to Rethinking Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 06/08/2012 - 11:30am
What do you get when you jam twelve community leaders in a small van and send them on the road for three days? In addition to lots of laughs and too many unanswered texts, this merry van of road warriors got a collective awakening to the positive power of change. The road trip, sponsored by www.Tahoechamber.org, was an eye-opening view of how other communities solved what seemed insurmountable problems and, in doing so, prospered.
Humans take place at top of food chain, eat crawdads to help Lake Tahoe ecosystem
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 05/31/2012 - 2:01pm
A leading Lake Tahoe scientist who has studied invasive species and limnology for 20 years, said issuing permits for commercial harvesting of crayfish at Lake Tahoe will help improve clarity at the pristine lake, as well as take away a food source for other invasive species that threaten clarity and ecosystems.
A lesson in horror meltdown
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 05/31/2012 - 1:20pmSix young adults sign up for an "extreme tourism" adventure to Pripyat, the dilapidated town in the shadow of Chernobyl's shuttered nuclear reactor. The Americans are: sensitive Chris (teen idol...
Lake Tahoe hosts 3,300 plus for America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 05/30/2012 - 11:55amImagine the scenic beauty of Lake Tahoe with its crystal clear blue waters surrounded by towering majestic snow capped peaks. Imagine being able to ride a bicycle around its 72-mile shoreline or a 100-mile century ride. On Sunday more than, 3,300-plus bicycling enthusiasts from all over the country will participate in the 21st annual America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride around Lake Tahoe.
Soaring to give Douglas County tourism a lift
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 05/28/2012 - 2:20pmAfter more than a decade-long absence of the event, Minden-Tahoe Airport will host a national soaring competition this summer - and airport officials says they are aggressively pursuing more soarin...
Cheaper gas not enough to boost summer driving
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/16/2012 - 11:09amNEW YORK (AP) - Cheaper gas won't be enough to get many more Americans on the road this summer. They're still too worried about their jobs and the economy.Economists and tourism experts are expe...
Lake Tahoe cyclists look to break world record today
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 05/12/2012 - 11:50am
Today is the day: South Lake Tahoe bicycle group Slow Rollers is asking the community to come out to its second annual Spirit Bike Parade today and an attempt to break the Guinness Book of World Records by forming the longest single line of bicycles. To beat the record, now held by the city of Davis of 916 bicycles, South Lake Tahoe will have to produce 917 bicycles or more. The event begins at 4 p.m. with a start up at the old Miller's Outpost, South Shore Bikes, 955 Emerald Bay Road. Get there early to register.
Realigning Highways, Tourism and the Environment tour offered by Chamber
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 05/11/2012 - 12:00pmTourism, transportation and the environment will be among the topics explored during the Pathways to Prosperity Trek being produced by TahoeChamber in partnership with the North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce and the Tahoe Prosperity Center.
Letter to the editor: Developing eco-tourism and revitalizing Washoe culture could provide a unique tourism experience
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 05/09/2012 - 6:00amI was thrilled to see the Tribune sporting a photo and article about Falco peregrinus (peregrine falcons) that have returned to nest at Da ow (Tahoe) after four decades. The return of endangered sp...
Finalists to be Nevada’s tourism agency all from outside the state
Submitted by admin on Sat, 05/05/2012 - 2:28pmMay 5 begins National Tourism Week. Where are you planning to travel this summer?
Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/02/2012 - 2:00amShakespeare Festival, Thunderbird Lodge picked as top five places to visit in Reno-Tahoe
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 04/17/2012 - 11:09am
The votes are in and the people have spoken. The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival and the Thunderbird Lodge were picked by readers in a contest sponsored by the Nevada Commission on Tourism as two among five favorite "Hidden Treasure" (places to visit) in the Reno, Carson City and Lake Tahoe region.
Dat So La Lee party and North Shore Chamber mixer
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/16/2012 - 6:20amThe famed Dat So La Lee Basket collection moves from the Gatekeeper’s Museum to the Autry Museum in Los Angeles later this month. North Lake Tahoe is sending the indigenous artwork off with great fanfare at the next North Lake Tahoe Chamber/CVB/Resort Association Mixer Thursday, April 19.
The mixer, held seven years to the day after these remarkable baskets first came to Tahoe City, will be hosted at the Gatekeeper’s Museum, 5-7 p.m., 130 West Lake Boulevard in Tahoe City, California, which is located near Fanny Bridge.
City finances improve slightly in 2011
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 6:00amA prolonged economic downturn and sluggish winter has hurt South Lake Tahoe's tourism economy, but the city's financial situation made some gains in 2011, according to financial documents released ...
TahoeChamber Tourism Forum at Harveys Cabaret Theater
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 04/13/2012 - 4:42amThe TahoeChamber will host its Annual Tourism Forum on April 26 at Harveys Lake Tahoe Cabaret Theater. The forum will feature Ralf Garrison, owner of Advisory Group Inc. and professional travel and tourism consultant, and Dr. Emilynn Sheffield, CSU Department of Recreation, Hospitality and Parks Management program professor. This year's theme, “Trends in Tourism,” will focus on changing demographics and the way travelers use technology and recreation and how that reshapes the tourism industry.
Fitch Affirms South Tahoe Public Utility District with AA+; Rating Outlook Stable
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/09/2012 - 3:06pmFitch Ratings affirmed South Tahoe Public Utility District on Monday as part of its ongoing survey of public agencies, noting the ratings outlook remains within the organization remains "stable."
The firm, which positions itself as a global rating agency dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, research and data, gave the water and sewer district a AA+ rating, noting $10.8 million sewer revenue certificates of participation. The ratings agency also asserts that STPUD continues to have strong reserves in place that protects the district against a reduction in its property tax revenues.
Nevada tourism Rural Roundup to focus on developing authentic experiences
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 04/09/2012 - 7:51am
Driving home the future of visitors and spending to the Silver State, the Nevada Commission on Tourism's annual Rural Roundup at Lake Tahoe April 18-20 will headline the acclaimed author of "The Experience Economy and Authenticity: What Consumers Really Want."
James H. Gilmore's book, whom he co-authored with Joe Pine, was recognized by Time magazine as one of the “Ten Ideas That Are Changing the World." In it he asserts that consumers want authentic products and experiences — something rural Nevada is singularly positioned to offer with its historic destinations and attractions.
Tourism officials urge changes to lure more visitors to U.S.
Submitted by admin on Fri, 04/06/2012 - 2:00amNevada tourism officials want residents to vacation in the Silver State. What’s your favorite place in Nevada?
Submitted by admin on Wed, 04/04/2012 - 2:00amHaldan Art Gallery welcomes Great Basin Exteriors: A Photographic Survey
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 03/29/2012 - 2:02pm
Lake Tahoe Community College’s Haldan Art Gallery is the next stop for the Nevada Arts Council’s traveling exhibition program. There will be an artists’ reception April 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. for “Great Basin Exteriors: A Photographic Survey.”
Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care eyes Echo Creek Ranch for relocation
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 03/19/2012 - 2:43am
A 16-acre parcel near where Highways 89 and 50 meet is being scoped as a possible and permanent relocation site for Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care.
The property, known as Echo Creek Ranch, sits in an estate and trust by the late Alex Graf and once had a value of about $7 million during the height of the real estate boom.
Nevada tribal interests to discuss tourism opportunities
Submitted by admin on Sat, 03/17/2012 - 4:40pmTourism conference to focus on bolstering rural Nevada
Submitted by admin on Thu, 03/15/2012 - 8:30pmLodging association to meet Thursday
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/07/2012 - 6:00amThis month's meeting of the South Lake Tahoe Lodging Association will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Forest Suites.The featured speaker is Jerry Bindel, South Lake Tahoe Tourism Improvement District, ...
Tourism campaign designed to have Nevadans stay in the state
Submitted by admin on Sun, 03/04/2012 - 4:00pmLake Tahoe planning agency announces 2011 Best in The Basin award winners
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 02/21/2012 - 12:43pmRecognized for stewardship and care taken in the building and construction of developments around Lake Tahoe, the 22nd annual Best in the Basin awards were announced Tuesday by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency.
The TRPA, which sets policy for development around Lake Tahoe, will recognize the winners, listed below, during the 2011 Best in the Basin awards presentation during the meeting of its Governing Board on Wednesday, Feb. 22 in Stateline. Go here for the agenda.
Nevada tourism officials trying to attract California, Arizona residents
Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/20/2012 - 2:00amMessage from the Mayor: A summary of actions by the South Lake Tahoe City Council
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 02/08/2012 - 5:36pm
The following is from Claire Fortier, the mayor of the City of South Lake Tahoe. Mayor Fortier has launched a regular "Monthly Message from the Mayor" report, which summarizes the accomplishments of the South Lake Tahoe City Council. Here is her first report:
Nevada Governor Unveils Economic Plan; Calls For 50,000 New Jobs By The End Of 2014
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 02/08/2012 - 9:25am
RENO — Gov. Brian Sandoval used the University of Nevada, Reno on Tuesday as a backdrop to unveil his economic development plan, and he challenged the business community and all partners to work to create 50,000 new jobs by the end of 2014.
Tahoe tourism agencies back Olympic effort with cash
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 01/14/2012 - 4:09amBy Kathryn Reed. STATELINE – Lake Tahoe tourism agencies are doing their financial part to help bring the 2022 Winter Olympics to the region. On Jan. 12 the ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../tahoe-tourism-...
Tahoe tourism agencies back Olympic effort with cash
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 01/13/2012 - 6:17pmBy Kathryn Reed. STATELINE – Lake Tahoe tourism agencies are doing their financial part to help bring the 2022 Winter Olympics to the region. On Jan. 12 the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority allocated $25...
In many parts of US, it's a winterless wonderland
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 01/07/2012 - 6:00amPORTLAND, Maine (AP) - The big snowstorms of autumn are just memories in New England, where people who make their living off winter tourism are losing income and New Hampshire primary candidates...
In many parts of US, it's a winterless wonderland
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 01/07/2012 - 6:00amPORTLAND, Maine (AP) - The big snowstorms of autumn are just memories in New England, where people who make their living off winter tourism are losing income and New Hampshire primary candidates...
Optimism surrounds forecast for tourism in N. Nevada
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 01/01/2012 - 10:37pmHow those two large special events recover will be key to the overall tourism market in Greater Reno-Tahoe for 2012. Randy Burke, president of Roadshows Inc. ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../optimism-surr...
Optimism surrounds forecast for tourism in N. Nevada
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 01/01/2012 - 8:20pmHow those two large special events recover will be key to the overall tourism market in Greater Reno-Tahoe for 2012. Randy Burke, president of Roadshows Inc., which puts on Street Vibrations, says his...
Nevada tourism sector looks to rebound from its difficulties of 2011
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/29/2011 - 8:49amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - By all accounts 2011 was a difficult year for special events in northern Nevada.A shooting during Street Vibrations left a San Jose man dead, and a plane crash at the Nat...
Northern NV business: Tourism sector looks to rebound from its difficulties of 2011
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/27/2011 - 9:59amRENO, Nev. - By all accounts 2011 was a difficult year for special events in northern Nevada.A shooting during Street Vibrations left a San Jose man dead, and a plane crash at the National Champion...
